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Honors cords will only be available during Grad Fest. Grad Fest is a three day event that will take place at each main campus. During this event, you can also purchase your cap & gown, class ring, announcements, and more!

Honors cords ARE NOT provided at the graduation ceremony.

Grad Fest Dates are as follows:

Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021 - Central Campus Bookstore | 9 am - 6 pm

Wedesday, Dec. 1, 2021 - North Campus Bookstore | 9 am - 6 pm

Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021 - South Campus Bookstore | 9 am - 6 pm

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Honors cords will only be available during Grad Fest. Grad Fest is a three day event that will take place at each main campus. During this event, you can also purchase your cap & gown, class ring, announcements, and more! Honors cords ARE NOT provided at the graduation ceremony.

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QLess replaces physical lines and waiting with virtual, mobile lines. Roam freely while you wait wherever you want, however you want. QLess simply alerts you on your phone as your turn is approaching.

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QLess replaces physical lines and waiting with virtual, mobile lines. Roam freely while you wait wherever you want, however you want. QLess simply alerts you on your phone as your turn is approaching.

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To request a tutor at Broward College.

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Your ASC Tutors Are Here to Assist You!

How to register on mywconline tutorial :

Step 1: Register for an account using your BC email (new users only).

Step 2: Enter your login credentials and select a subject, then select a tutor, and a date and time to make the appointment.

One-on-one tutoring appointments (online tutoring)

Group tutoring appointments, study sessions, and exam reviews

Paper submissions for review by an ASC tutor

File sharing available (maximum 2 MB per document)

Enable your camera and microphone for a better experience

To cancel an appointment, click on it and select Cancel

For assistance, email ASCCentral@broward.edu
https://www.facebook.com/centraltutoringlab https://www.instagram.com/asccentral https://twitter.com/bc_asc

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Broward College ASC Tutoring (Central Campus)

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Your ASC Tutors Are Here to Assist You! How to register on mywconline tutorial : Step 1: Register for an account using your BC email (new users only). Step 2: Enter your login credentials and select a subject, then select a tutor, and a date and time to make the appointment.

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Welcome to the Broward College Policy and Procedure Manual. The Policy Manual is separated into sections as indicated in the navigation. You can go directly to the index for each section by clicking on the appropriate section. By clicking on the Policy number, you will get the actual text of the Policy. If there is a Procedure for the Policy, it follows the Policy.

These manuals are maintained by the Office of General Counsel.

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Welcome to the Broward College Policy and Procedure Manual. The Policy Manual is separated into sections as indicated in the navigation. You can go directly to the index for each section by clicking on the appropriate section. By clicking on the Policy number, you will get the actual text of the Policy.

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Learn more about the transfer process.

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Interested in continuing your studies?

Students who seek to continue their studies after graduating from Broward College may transfer to a four-year institution. Broward College has partnered with other institutions in a formal agreement or an "articulation" agreement that outlines the institutions' admission requirements.

The Office of Transfer Services supports Broward College graduates transfer smoothly, without disruption in their education and career goals.

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Students who seek to continue their studies after graduating from Broward College may transfer to a four-year institution. Broward College has partnered with other institutions in a formal agreement or an "articulation" agreement that outlines the institutions' admission requirements. The Office of Transfer Services supports Broward College graduates transfer smoothly, without disruption in their education and career goals.

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Build a fulfilling career on your passion and talent. Broward College's AHCD programs offer you dozens of creative avenues to explore, while teaching you foundational skills important to your success, including the ability to think critically, communicate clearly and connect effectively with others.

Our well-rounded program prepares you to reach your full potential. Broward College graduates are among the highest earners in Florida!

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Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Humanities & Design | AHCD Programs at Broward College

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Build a fulfilling career on your passion and talent. Broward College's AHCD programs offer you dozens of creative avenues to explore, while teaching you foundational skills important to your success, including the ability to think critically, communicate clearly and connect effectively with others. Our well-rounded program prepares you to reach your full potential.

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You must apply every year for FAFSA. Application is open now for 2021-2022.

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Complete your degree in a way that best fits your life. Find a major for school that fits your interests and talents. Select courses that fit your schedule and preferences. Stay on track to achieve your goal, from day 1 through graduation. Always know what you need to do and when you need to do it.

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Your academic advisor is assigned based on your major, benchmark achieved in your major, and the primary campus selected on your admissions application.

Contact information for your assigned Academic Advisor is available in BC Navigate under the Resources tab.

Phone and Skype appointments with advisors are available upon request.

Broward College is committed to ensuring the success of our students. The Advising office helps students establish and fulfill their educational and career goals through career research and educational planning.

Advisors at Broward College promote appropriate course selection and assist students with referrals to internal and external resources and support. Please browse the links on this page. For further assistance, contact us via phone, email, or the "Chat Now" button located below.

Schedule an Advising Appointment Download PDF version of steps

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Your academic advisor is assigned based on your major, benchmark achieved in your major, and the primary campus selected on your admissions application. Contact information for your assigned Academic Advisor is available in BC Navigate under the Resources tab. Phone and Skype appointments with advisors are available upon request.

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Learn about The DREAM U.S. Scholarship. 

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Learn about The DREAM U.S. Scholarship. 

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Martha is experienced in guiding immigrant students to receive over $120,000 in scholarships

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TheDream.US scholarships are for highly motivated undocumented students who want to get a college education but are unable to afford the cost. They have no no access to federal aid, limited access to state aid, and they sometimes face paying out-of-state tuition. We offer two scholarships.

Your eligibility is based on where you live.

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TheDream.US offers two scholarships for highly motivated undocumented students who want to get a college education but are unable to afford the cost.

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Vision Statement - To embrace diversity and foster a welcoming, affirming, and empowering culture of respect and inclusion by ensuring seamless access to all Broward College programs, activities and services.

Mission Statement - To support the college's mission of transforming students' lives and enriching our diverse community, by providing direct services to students and promoting a college-wide shared responsibility approach to access that leads to an inclusive and equitable opportunity for students with disabilities.

Core Values
Accommodation & Access
Shared Responsibility
Communication & Collaboration
Awareness
Diversity & Inclusion
Empowerment
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To support the college's mission of transforming students' lives and enriching our diverse community, by providing direct services to students and promoting a college-wide shared responsibility approach to access that leads to an inclusive and equitable opportunity for students with disabilities.

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Speak with a Career Coach to explore your career, internships and more!

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All Career Centers will operate virtually until further notice.
We are excited to announce that we will begin our career exploration virtual workshop every Monday at 5 PM and every Wednesday at 10 AM , starting June 8, 2020. Visit broward.edu/ccn for more details and registration. Please email the staff and a Career Service professional will contact you within two business days.

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We are excited to announce that we will begin our career exploration virtual workshop every Monday at 5 PM and every Wednesday at 10 AM , starting June 8, 2020. Visit broward.edu/ccn for more details and registration. Please email the staff and a Career Service professional will contact you within two business days.

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The Prior Learning Assessment Program, developed primarily for working adults, is designed to recognize the academic value of what students have learned through experiences outside the college classroom. Credit for prior learning may result from work experience, employment related training programs and seminars, volunteer work, travel, military service or intensive self-directed study. If students have gained BC course equivalent knowledge, competencies, and/or skills as a result of prior learning experiences, they may be able to earn academic credit through the Prior Learning Assessment Program.

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Get a jumpstart on obtaining your degree through Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) at Broward College. CPL options allow you the opportunity to earn college credits for knowledge and skills you've obtained while in high school, at work and other life experiences, or in the military.

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Providing instructional services and access to the world's knowledge to enrich our diverse community's educational experience and foster lifelong learning.

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Test sections* covered by this policy:
*Non-Florida or non-FLDOE College Success test sections are not accepted by BC.
Students may retake the PERT an unlimited number of times. However, they must adhere to the following retesting timeline:

First retest attempt may be taken after 24 hours.

All other retests attempts must wait 30 days between each retest attempt.

This timeline applies to postsecondary students and secondary students testing for postsecondary course purposes which includes but not limited to; Dual Enrollment, College Academy, Algebra 1 EOC, Testing for other Institutions, and Private middle school students transitioning to public high schools. Test attempts are cumulative.

Remediation prior to each test attempt is strongly encouraged.

Visit your campus ASC or use the PERT test preparation section below for remediation information.
Fees

There is a $18.50 retest fee for each retest attempt regardless of the score age.

Fee must be paid prior to testing.

PERT attempts from another institution do not count towards attempts at Broward College.

Retesting is required after scores expire.
Secondary school students testing for Broward College:

More information for secondary students available HERE

Dual Enrollment (DE) purposes must provide a completed and signed testing referral form* from their high school guidance office prior to each test attempt.
*Home Schooled will get a testing referral form from the Campus Admissions Department.

College Academy (CA) purposes may only test twice per admission period.
Must present a CA Testing Ticket at the time of testing.

Algebra 1 EOC purposes must provide a completed and signed testing referral form from their high school guidance office prior to each test attempt.

Private Middle School Students Transitioning to Public High Schools
The test can only be taken one time-no retests.

EAP students taking the PERT must adhere to common placement test retesting policy.
Per state rule 6A-10.0315, PERT test scores are valid for two (2) years.
*Retesting updated and effective August 1, 2019.

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Test sections* covered by this policy: *Non-Florida or non-FLDOE College Success test sections are not accepted by BC. Students may retake the PERT an unlimited number of times. However, they must adhere to the following retesting timeline: First retest attempt may be taken after 24 hours.

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Students who have previously attended another post-secondary institution are considered transfer students. Transfer and degree-seeking students who have fewer than 24 credits at the college level must submit official transcripts from their high school.

Transfer students must provide official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities. Students who attended a post-secondary institution outside of the United States must provide transcripts in English. The Registrar receives and evaluates petitions for military courses in the same manner as other incoming transfer credits. Prior to the students' term of enrollment, transcripts are to be submitted by following the instructions on the Send Transcripts to Broward College tab.

Students who earned credit at a regionally accredited institution in the United States can access the Transfer Equivalency Service (TES) website to review if courses taken at their prior instition is transferable to Broward College.

Review courses you have taken at another institution to understand if they are equivalent to a Broward College course.

College and university transcripts for enrolled students are evaluated in the order they are received.

Official Non-U.S. Transcripts

Students who attended a university outside the United States and want consideration of prior course work for credit and course equivalency must submit their foreign academic transcripts, certified English translation, and the accompanying commercial evaluation. Foreign academic transcripts must be commercially evaluated by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). These evaluations must include the following:

Course-by-course

Lower/Upper level courses identified, and

Credits/hours of instruction

Optional: GPA needed for Bachelors degree program admission review

The student is responsible for evaluation fees and there is no guarantee that coursework will transfer.

Students residing in the U.S. with prior coursework from postsecondary institutions outside of the country must follow the same guidelines as indicated relative to submitting all prior coursework for evaluation. Transcripts in languages other than English must be translated.

Exceptions to the General Rule for Equivalency
Since the initial implementation of the State Course Numbering System (SCNS), specific disciplines or types of courses have been exempted from the guarantee of transfer for equivalent courses. These include courses that must be evaluated individually or courses in which the student must be evaluated for mastery of skill and technique. Transferability is at the discretion of the receiving institution.

High School
Students will not be accepted without appropriate proof of high school graduation. If we are unable to verify the credential, we will require a commercial evaluation of the high school documents. We only accept evaluations completed by current members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

NOTE: Students who have earned 24 credit hours of Broward credit through dual enrollment or transfer credits from other colleges and universities may present their official college transcripts in lieu of high school records unless requesting financial aid.

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The Admissions Office, Advising Office and Office of the Registrar now offer electronic form submission!

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List of all available electronic forms needed during the admissions and registration process.

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Check website before going to campus for limited services.

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Spring 2021 Student ID Card Dates
The Student Life ID Center will be open on the following days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

March
3/17 - North Campus (Building 46 | Room 126)
3/22, 3/23 - Central Campus (Building 19 | Room 106)

April
4/6, 4/7 - North Campus (Building 46 | Room 126)
4/14, 4/15 - South Campus (Building 68 | Room 190)
4/19, 4/20 - Central Campus (Building 19 | Room 106)

May
5/12, 5/13 - North Campus (Building 46 | Room 126)
5/18, 5/19 - South Campus (Building 68 | Room 190)
5/24, 5/25 - Central Campus (Building | 19 Room 106)

Students will be able to access all of their academic needs and resources so long as they have their Student ID number.
How to Get Your Student ID Card
Visit your nearest Student Life office to receive your student ID. Your first ID is free.

Students must have their classes paid in full at least two days prior to obtaining an ID. For students on the payment plan, the first payment must be received prior to receiving an ID; for College Academy & Dual Enrollment, students must have registered for classes more than two days prior to obtaining an ID.
Lost/Stolen IDs
Has your student ID been stolen? Show the police report to Student Life for a free replacement. The police report must contain the case number and must list the ID as a stolen object.

If you lost your ID, you may be able to find it in the lost and found in Campus Safety.

If the ID is still lost or you unable to provide proof it was stolen, you will need to pay $15 for a replacement.
What You Can Access with Your ID Card

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Spring 2021 Student ID Card Dates The Student Life ID Center will be open on the following days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Apply TODAY for Broward College Scholarships

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Apply TODAY for Broward College Scholarships

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As a scholarship donor, receiving a well-written 'thank you' letter from a student is special. Your letter will encourage the donor to continue to support the educational endeavors of students like you.

Please Note: The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, Broward Futures, and TheDream.US are excluded from the Scholarship 'Thank You' Letter requirement.
Sample Scholarship Award 'Thank You' Letter (PDF)
You may send your letter as an attachment to thankmydonor@broward.edu
Outside Scholarship Checks
If you receive a scholarship that is not awarded by Broward College, please take your scholarship check to the Cashier's Office. This applies to ALL checks, including those you may receive as a result of a scholarship award posted to your account. Do not send any checks to the Financial Aid Office, as the Financial Aid Office does not process checks. Doing so will cause a delay in posting your scholarship award. You must be currently enrolled at Broward College or the Cashier's Office will not accept the check. Please refer to the 'How to Pay' tab on the Cashier page for more information on this process.
Important Things to Consider

All communication regarding scholarship awards will be through your BC email. If you have a question, please review the Broward College Scholarship FAQ. If your question is not answered in this document, you may email us at scholarships@broward.edu.

You may also be eligible for external scholarships.

Broward College is required by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to determine the tax status of all students receiving payments from the college. Student payments may include financial aid grants, scholarships, prize monies, and/or rent. Upon determination of tax status, the college may be required to report and/or withhold federal income tax from a payment.

Refer to IRS Publication 970 for Scholarships, Fellowship Grants, Grants, and Tuition Reductions regulations.

You may use this tool, provided by the IRS, to determine if the educational assistance you receive is taxable.

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As a scholarship donor, receiving a well-written 'thank you' letter from a student is special. Your letter will encourage the donor to continue to support the educational endeavors of students like you. Please Note: The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, Broward Futures, and TheDream.US are excluded from the Scholarship 'Thank You' Letter requirement.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Academic Advising 

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Helios Scholarship Form - Summer 2021

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Pay for course tuition, student fees, parking citations, library fines at the Cashier's Office. Locations, hours and additional information are available here.

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Learn about the different course modalities offered at Broward College.

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Remember the moment you stepped into your home with your new baby and realized, "Oh no! I have no idea what I'm doing!" If you didn't experience that new parent panic then, congratulations, and please purchase a coffee for the rest of us. If you did; however, then you're not alone. You brought a baby [...]

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College Savings Plans | College Tuition Funding | Florida Prepaid

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Questions? We Can Help! | 800.609.8056

Payment Plan Benefits

Easy online enrollment

Flexible payment options

No interest

Payment Plan Information

Payment Methods

Automatic bank payment (ACH)

Credit/debit card

Payments are processed on the 20th of each month

Cost to Participate

$35, $40 or $45 nonrefundable enrollment fee per semester- $5 of the enrollment fee is being collected on behalf of the institution

$30 returned payment fee if a payment is returned

Simple Steps to Enroll

Go to www.broward.edu

Log in to myBC

From "My Financials", select "Sign-Up Options" then "Tuition Payment Plan"

Balance Adjustments

Please do not assume your balance will automatically be adjusted if financial aid is received, or a class is dropped or added. For balance adjustments to your payment plan, please follow the steps to enroll above to review your agreement and make any changes if required

Maximum Amount

Maximum amount you may budget is $4500, anything over this amount will be added to your down payment

Need some help setting up a payment plan?

*Note: This video tutorial is for demonstration purposes only. Your educational institution may offer options other than those shown in the video.

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The program offers English language courses that are designed to prepare non-native speakers for a degree program at Broward College.

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English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program is an ideal option for degree-seeking students. The program offers English language courses that are designed to prepare non-native speakers for a degree program at Broward College. The EAP program consists of fifteen courses in three main skill-areas: Grammar & Writing, Listening & Speaking, and Reading & Vocabulary.

EAP courses offer developmental credits (and in some cases elective credits) under a structured academic program geared towards preparing students for a degree. Since the EAP program focuses on developing academic-level proficiency, prospective students should have at least some basic understanding of English prior to enrolling in courses.
In this program you will:

Develop the academic language skills needed to succeed at the U.S. degree or post graduate level.

Enhance academic reading, writing, grammar, listening, speaking, and vocabulary skills, and strategies necessary for success in college and university coursework.

Write and read a variety of scholarly materials and learn how to increase your ability to analyze and manage those materials.

Become accustomed to a U.S. academic environment, with the goal of transitioning into specific career goals.

Improve oral communication skills needed to communicate effectively with classmates and professional contacts in group discussions and oral presentations.

Pronounce standard American English for both production and comprehension purposes.

Steps to enroll:

Visit the Broward College website

Complete an online application for admission.

Submit official high school diploma and transcripts from colleges attended beyond high school

Pay application fee $35 (for U.S. citizens and permanent resident aliens).

Complete and submit the following documentation to the Admissions Office at any campus or Center: A completed Residency Affidavit and a minimum of two documents proving Florida residency (Supporting documentation determined by the Florida Legislature)

Sign up and take the Levels of English Proficiency Test (LOEP) for placement.

Apply for financial aid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)-use school code 001500.

Contact us - North Campus: 954-201-2385, Central Campus: 954-201-6558, South Campus: 954-201-8904/8241.

International students (F-1 visa) have different admissions requirements. Contact the International Student Services Office (ISSO) at ISSO@broward.edu or 954-201-7228 if interested in receiving an I-20 to apply for the F-1 student visa or to do a change of immigration status in the United States or if transferring the I-20 to Broward College. Visit ISSO for international admissions information.

EAP Flowchart

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English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program is an ideal option for degree-seeking students. The program offers English language courses that are designed to prepare non-native speakers for a degree program at Broward College. The EAP program consists of fifteen courses in three main skill-areas: Grammar & Writing, Listening & Speaking, and Reading & Vocabulary.

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Learn about the Cost of Attendance (COA)

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Learn about the Cost of Attendance (COA)

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The Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of what it will cost you to go to school based on residency, enrollment, and housing status. This includes fixed amounts for tuition and fees and amounts that must be estimated, such as personal expenses. The Financial Aid Office uses these costs to develop standard budgets for awarding financial aid funds. The total amount of financial aid awarded cannot exceed your COA.

COA includes the estimate of:

2020-2021 Cost of Attendance

The following charts provide examples of the Fall 2020 COA based on full-time enrollment (12 or more credits). The amounts below are per term; for a Fall and Spring example, the amounts should be multiplied by two.

In-State - Residency documentation is required as part of the college admission application, regardless of the program. The Residency Affidavit should be completed upon admission to determine residency for tuition purposes.

Out-of-State - Non-resident for tuition purposes is defined as a person who does not qualify for the in-state tuition rate. If a student indicates "non-resident" on their residency documentation, the student is automatically considered out-of-state.
Net Price Calculator
The Net Price Calculator will allow you to estimate your COA at Broward College.

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Please log into BC Navigate for your advisor's contact information.

For immediate assistance, please visit the QLess system, and an advisor can assist you. Some services will require an appointment with your assigned advisor.

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Visual & Performing Arts (V&PA) Department

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Visual & Performing Arts (V&PA) Department

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Broward College Visual and Performing Arts Department

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The Visual & Performing Arts Department (VPA) has been an integral part of Broward College since the College's inception in 1960. If you want to study Dance, Film Production, Music, Music Technology, Theatre or Visual Arts as a concentration - or just take a few classes for enrichment - the VPA at Broward College is for you.

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Choose an Instrument

Classical: Brass Instruments (Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Tuba), Guitar, Percussion, Piano, String Instruments (Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass), Wind instruments (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Saxophone), Harp or Voice.

Jazz: Bass (Electric or String), Drum/Percussion, Guitar, Piano, Saxophone, Trombone, or Trumpet.

Other instruments available upon request.

Schedule Audition

The Music Program is open to students of any skill level. Auditions are meant to assess and place students in the program accordingly.
Request audition appointment
Ensemble Audition

All current and new music majors who have completed their initial audition into the program, as well as non-music majors, must audition for an ensemble course separately. This audition must be completed if you are interested in registering, or are already registered for an ensemble course.
Schedule Ensemble Audition

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Classical: Brass Instruments (Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Tuba), Guitar, Percussion, Piano, String Instruments (Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass), Wind instruments (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Saxophone), Harp or Voice. Jazz: Bass (Electric or String), Drum/Percussion, Guitar, Piano, Saxophone, Trombone, or Trumpet. Other instruments available upon request.

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How to Access BC Navigate and Opt into Notifications

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Satisfy foreign language requirement through testing

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Option 1 - College Board - CLEP Test (If you pass with the minimum score, you can earn up to 8 college level credits).

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Option 2 - BYU Flats (If you pass, this test will satisfy foreign language requirement but no college level credits are given).

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Additional Languages include Afrikaans, Aymara, Cakchiquel, Guarani, Maori, Navajo, Quechua, Rarotongan, and Welsh. These are paper only tests and have a $75 fee. If you are interested in any of these additional languages, please allow extra time for mailing. Do not wait until the last minute to take this exam! If you wish to order one of these exams, email us at flats-sec@byu.edu.

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Additional Languages include Afrikaans, Aymara, Cakchiquel, Guarani, Maori, Navajo, Quechua, Rarotongan, and Welsh. These are paper only tests and have a $75 fee. If you are interested in any of these additional languages, please allow extra time for mailing. Do not wait until the last minute to take this exam!

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Test out of the Computer Literacy Requirement

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AA and bachelors degree seeking students must fulfill the computer literacy requirement within the first 15 credit hours of enrollment at Broward College by successfully completing the CGS1060C course or by passing the computer competency test. However, AAS and AS may have to fulfill the requirement or the course according to their progam of study. This can be accomplished several ways depending on your program of study and pathway prerequisites. It is strongly recommended that you visit with your pathway advisor before taking the course or any of the testing options.

Broward College offers several computer literacy test options for students. All options are available at Broward College Testing Centers.

Pass the CGS1060C Computer & Internet Literacy course*

Take a Computer Literacy Test

Take a Credit-by-Exam

* Some programs require the completion of CGS1060C. However, there are some programs that allow alternate course options.

Consult with your pathway advisor to choose the correct option for you!

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AA and bachelors degree seeking students must fulfill the computer literacy requirement within the first 15 credit hours of enrollment at Broward College by successfully completing the CGS1060C course or by passing the computer competency test. However, AAS and AS may have to fulfill the requirement or the course according to their progam of study.

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From social and educational events to leadership and volunteer initiatives, we have many opportunities for you to stay connected and involved.

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Student Life is all about developing you holistically. All of our programs are based on the Wellness Wheel, which includes 8 key areas of student development: Intellectual, Financial, Emotional, Spiritual, Occupational, Physical, Environmental, and Social.

Connect with key resources on campus at our Welcome Week programs, speak with professionals in your field of interest at our Career Pathway workshops, and discover rich and diverse cultures in our multiple heritage festivals throughout the year. We also host virtual programs through various online platforms and on social media so you can continue to develop off-campus!

Student Life has many opportunities for you to Connect, Develop, and Soar. All it takes is for you to make the first step and get involved. Contact Student Life to learn about our upcoming events and follow us on social media to keep up with the latest news and updates!

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Student Life is all about developing you holistically. All of our programs are based on the Wellness Wheel, which includes 8 key areas of student development: Intellectual, Financial, Emotional, Spiritual, Occupational, Physical, Environmental, and Social.

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You are required to wear a face mask for the entirety of your visit to the college and during certain tests. Candidates without a face mask, or who refuse to wear a face mask will be denied service and will be required to reschedule. Masks will not be provided. (Simply adding the word who)

Physical Agility Test - Applicants will park by the obstacle course in every other space and wait to be signed in at the obstacle course. Social distancing rules apply. You are encouraged to bring hand sanitizer if the product is available to you.

Swim Test - The Swim Test has resumed and is being held at a new location: Pine Island Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Avenue, Davie, FL 33328. (Located on SW 92nd Avenue off Orange Drive between Pine Island Road and Nob Hill Road.) See the information booklet for more details.

Applicants must have a valid copy of their physician medical clearance form. Your Medical Clearance Form is only valid for 6 months from the date it was signed by a physician.

There are no walk-ins for testing or information until further notice. Please see Contact the Testing Center at the bottom of this page.

When testing is complete, applicants are to vacate the premises immediately.

The Institute of Public Safety (IPS) Testing Center, located at Broward College Central Campus, is a regional assessment center serving applicants pursuing a law enforcement or corrections career.

Tests administered at IPS comply with the State of Florida's Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) and the Broward County Chiefs of Police Association standards.

We are not a hiring agency. Please direct all employment inquiries to the law enforcement agency to which you are interested in applying.

How to get started in your Law Enforcement career

1. Download the Information Booklet (PDF)

2. Determine the requirements of the agency where you wish to apply

3. Schedule and pass the required test here at IPS Testing Center

4. Print results and follow the agency application requirements

Testing Registration and Login

To register for testing, applicants must first create an account. Account creation and test registration can ONLY be completed online.
Register/Log in for the PAT & Swim Test Register/Log in for the CJBAT/BAT Test Be sure to note your login for future reference.

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You are required to wear a face mask for the entirety of your visit to the college and during certain tests. Candidates without a face mask, or who refuse to wear a face mask will be denied service and will be required to reschedule. Masks will not be provided.

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The LINK Program offers you a unique opportunity to complete your Associate of Arts (AA) or articulated Associate of Science (AS) degree at a partner state college and continue their bachelor's degree with guaranteed* admission.

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Transfer Ready is the Name of the Game.

Our goal with these guides is to make you transfer ready! This means choosing your major early and completing prerequisites before you transfer to FIU. Being transfer ready means that you can enroll in upper-division courses as soon as you transfer, which saves money and time.

Any Student Can Use These Guides.

There is a Transfer Guide for every major at FIU, each including a table listing prerequisites. Although the guides were developed for students from local and regional public colleges, all transfers can benefit from this information. Here's how.

If you're transferring from a Florida public college or university, you're in luck, because we work on a statewide course numbering system. This means that the prefixes and course numbers should be identical or near-identical to courses at your institution.

If you're transferring from an institution outside the Florida public college or university system, we recommend using the titles of the prerequisite courses as an initial reference. Meet with your academic advisor for further guidance and course selection.

Check TED to see transfer rules for your institution.

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Cristina Batista
Creative Writing & Social Work

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"I have learned many of the struggles facing low-income children and have worked to tutor, mentor and encourage them to the best of my ability." Cristina Batista Creative Writing & Social Work

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APPLYING TO NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY AS A TRANSFER STUDENT

If you have earned college credits at an accredited college or university after graduating high school, Nova Southeastern University considers you a transfer applicant. Students who are dual enrolled in college and high school concurrently are considered freshman applicants.

You'll find all the steps you need to take to successfully apply to transfer to NSU below, along with information about the transfer credit process. Note that a maximum of 90 credit hours from accredited institutions can be counted toward a degree.

If you run into any questions, a dedicated transfer admissions counselor is available to help guide you through the admissions process.

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If you have earned college credits at an accredited college or university after graduating high school, Nova Southeastern University considers you a transfer applicant. Students who are dual enrolled in college and high school concurrently are considered freshman applicants.

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Reminder: Enrollment deposits are due by May 1 for incoming first-time-in-college students; once your enrollment deposit is submitted on myUCF, you should register for a mandatory new-student orientation .

For COVID-19 information, including impacts on campus operations, students, staff and visitors, please review the Admissions FAQs and UCF's coronavirus website. Armor Up, Knights!

According to U.S. News & World Report, more students choose to transfer to UCF than to any other university. Why? We are bright, bold and innovative. We are right now - and what's next.

With more than 215 degree programs and 650 diverse student clubs to choose from, you will develop new interests, make important connections and evolve your passion into a meaningful career.

Transferring to UCF

To assist in your transition, pre-enrollment advising may be offered by the college of your major. If you are transferring to UCF through DirectConnect to UCF, your DirectConnect Success Coach can assist in developing an academic plan before you arrive at UCF.

The university also provides a convenient tool to access a database of established course equivalencies from other institutions. While actual awarding of transfer credit occurs after official transcripts are received from the sending institution, the portal can provide guidance as you plan your transition to UCF. To access the transfer equivalency portal, click HERE.

Transferring to UCF starts with preparation. The Transfer to Be a Knight program is designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. Please join us at the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 4 p.m. on select Thursdays for an information session filled with advice and support on all things related to transfer students: admissions, application, requirements, credit reviews and more. Spots are limited. RSVP early.

If you have additional questions pertaining to this program, please email Molly Boop with the subject line "Transfer to Be a Knight."

Register for a Transfer to Be a Knight info session

DirectConnect to UCF® Guarantees Admission

DirectConnect to UCF guarantees your admission (consistent with university policy) to UCF with an associate degree from one of our partner colleges. The program also offers a faster admissions process and personalized advising. UCF partners with the following colleges:

College of Central Florida

Daytona State College

Eastern Florida State College

Lake-Sumter State College

Seminole State College

Valencia College

Learn More About DirectConnect to UCF

Admission Requirements

What You Need to Apply:

Official transcripts from all colleges attended

Official transcripts from high school, if applicable

Official SAT [code: 5233] or ACT [code: 0735] score

All official AICE, AP, CLEP, and IB scores, if applicable

$30 nonrefundable application fee

Please Take Note

If you attended any international educational institutions, please review the requirements regarding evaluation of these credits.

High school transcripts may be required to demonstrate completion of the foreign language admission requirement.

High school transcripts are not required for transfers with an awarded A.A. degree from a Florida public community college, state college or university if initially entered Fall 2014-15 or after.

Florida BOG Regulation 6.001 (7) authorizes universities to refuse admission to applicants due to past misconduct. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Application Deadlines

Semester

Deadline

Fall

July 1

Spring

November 1

Summer

March 1

Returning Students

If you previously attended UCF as an undergraduate degree-seeking student, you must submit a readmission application through the Registrar's Office. Please contact them at 407-823-3100 or access the readmission application.

Transfer Admission Criteria

Admission criteria varies based upon the total number of transferable semester hours of college coursework you will have completed by the time you enroll at UCF. Each category below specifies admissions requirements.

Fewer than 30 transferable semester hours

If you will have fewer than 30 transferable semester hours of college coursework (12 or more earned after high school graduation) by the time you enroll at UCF, you must:

1. Minimally meet the first-year student high school unit admission requirements

2. Minimally meet the high school academic GPA and a minimum score for the SAT Reasoning or redesigned SAT* [code: 5233] or ACT [code: 0735]

3. Have earned a competitive overall college GPA on a 4.0 system for all academic courses attempted; GPA requirements may change by semester based on the competitiveness of the applicant pool and enrollment goals

4. Be in good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA**) overall and be eligible to return as a degree-seeking student to the last institution attended

*The redesigned SAT was launched by the College Board in March 2016. UCF accepts both old SAT and redesigned SAT scores.

**Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

30 or more but fewer than 60 transferable semester hours

If you will have 30 or more but fewer than 60 transferable semester hours of college coursework (12 or more earned after high school graduation) by the time you enroll at UCF, you must*:

1. Minimally have successfully completed (with a "C" grade or higher) at least one English composition course and one college-level mathematics course, each consisting of three semester credit hours

2. Demonstrate competency in a world language or American Sign Language equivalent to at least the second high school level (e.g. Spanish 2) or the second elementary course at the college level (e.g. SPN 1211 - Beginning Spanish II)

3. Have earned a competitive overall college GPA on a 4.0 system for all academic courses attempted; GPA requirements may change by semester based on the competitiveness of the applicant pool and enrollment goals

4. Be in good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA**) overall and be eligible to return as a degree-seeking student to the last institution attended

*Students not meeting all of these requirements must meet the requirements for transfer students with fewer than 30 transferable semester hours.

**Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

60 or more transferable semester hours

If you will have 60 or more transferable semester hours of college coursework (12 or more earned after high school graduation) by the time you enroll at UCF, or if you will have earned an A.A. degree or state-articulated A.S. degree from a Florida public community/state college or university, you must:

1. Have completed two college-level English composition courses with a grade of "C" or better

2. Have completed two college-level Mathematics courses with a grade of "C" or better

3. Demonstrate competency in a world language or American Sign Language equivalent to at least the second high school level (e.g. Spanish 2) or the second elementary course at the college level (e.g. SPN 1211 - Beginning Spanish II)**

4. Have earned a competitive overall college GPA on a 4.0 system for all academic courses attempted; GPA requirements may change by semester based on the competitiveness of the applicant pool and enrollment goals

5. Be in good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA*) overall and be eligible to return as a degree-seeking student to the last institution attended

*Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

**Language requirement will be satisfied upon award of the A.A. degree from a Florida public community/state college or university if initially entered fall 2014-15 or after.

After Admission

Shortly following admission, a transfer credit report will be available on myUCF. Our First Year Experience office will contact you concerning your attendance at a one-day orientation program.

During orientation, you will receive academic advising and assistance in planning your class schedule. You will also meet with other transfer students as well as faculty and staff who can assist you as you make this important transition.

Learn More About What Happens After You're Admitted

Transfer Student Viewbook

Ensuring that you have the tools and support you need to transfer to and succeed at UCF is a top priority. That's why we provide you with academic resources and services specifically designed for transfer students.
Explore the Viewbook

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Reminder: Enrollment deposits are due by May 1 for incoming first-time-in-college students; once your enrollment deposit is submitted on myUCF, you should register for a mandatory new-student orientation . For COVID-19 information, including impacts on campus operations, students, staff and visitors, please review the Admissions FAQs and UCF's coronavirus website.

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At the University of Florida, we are a people of purpose. We're committed to challenging convention and ourselves. We see things not as they are, but as they could be. We strive for a greater impact; one measured in people helped and lives improved.

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FAMU - Department of Visual Arts, Humanities & Theatre

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FAMU - Department of Visual Arts, Humanities & Theatre

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Gregory Speights, Florida A&M University

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Florida A&M University (FAMU) is a public HBCU providing high-quality, affordable education in Tallahassee, Florida.

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Demonstrate an equivalent level of proficiency to the elementary 2 level (1121) on one of the following equivalency exams delivered at a Broward College Testing Center; BYU FLATS and ACTFL WPT. Both equivalency exams are available at a Broward College Testing Center for a fee.

BYU FLATS - All languages with a minimum passing score of 101 and 102 Passed (P)
Languages Available: Afrikaans, Albanian, Arabic, Armenian, Aymara, Bulgarian, Cakchiquel, Cambodian, Cantonese-Simplified, Cantonese-Traditional, Cebuano, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Fijian, Finnish, French, Georgian, German, Greek, Guarani, Haitian-Creole, Hmong, Hungarian, Icelandic, Ilonggo-Hiligaynon, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Malagasy, Malay, Mandarin-Simplified, Mandarin-Traditional, Maori, Mongolian, Navajo, Norwegian, Persian Farsi, Polish, Portuguese-Brazilian, Portuguese-Continental, Quechua, Rarotongan, Romanian, Russian, Samoan, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish, Tagalog, Tahitian, Thai, Tongan, Ukranian, Vietnamese, Welsh

ACTFL WPT (Writing Proficiency Test) - Only languages in the WPT format at the Intermediate Low level or higher

Languages Available: Albanian, Arabic, Cantonese Chinese, English, European Portuguese, French, German, Greek (Modern), Haitian Creole, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Persian Farsi, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Vietnamese

Any other ACTFL test formats will not be accepted for equivalency purposes.

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Demonstrate an equivalent level of proficiency to the elementary 2 level (1121) on one of the following equivalency exams delivered at a Broward College Testing Center; BYU FLATS and ACTFL WPT. Both equivalency exams are available at a Broward College Testing Center for a fee.

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The goal of SOS is to help reduce food and housing insecurities, stress/mental health challenges, homelessness, and financial obstacles among our student population.

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The Food and Hygiene Items Distribution Program/Seahawk Marketplace provides food (including fresh fruits and vegetables) and hygiene items to Broward College students in need.

If you would like to apply for the distribution program, please complete the request form below. If you are selected, you will receive an email confirming your pickup date(s), and instructions to follow on distribution day.

This is a drive-thru event. If you do not have transportation, please indicate this on the request form and a team member will contact you regarding a free Lyft ride (first-come, first-served until funds are exhausted-must be currently enrolled or have been enrolled in the past two semesters).
Food and Hygiene Items Distribution Program Request Community Food Bank Programs

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Broward College is aware that there are times when life can get in the way of achieving your dreams. We would like to support your education not only inside but outside of the classroom by providing you a connection with community resources.

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Program Maps for Dance, Film Production, Graphic Design, Music, Music Technology, Theatre and Visual Arts.

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Broward College offers one Associate in Arts (AA) degree, but within that program, degree-seeking students in the arts may concentrate in Dance, Music, Theatre and Visual Arts. In addition, Broward College's VPA offers an Associate in Science (AS) degree in Music Production Technology and courses in Film Production and Television Production.

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Programs at Broward Visual and Performing Arts Department

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Broward College offers one Associate in Arts (AA) degree, but within that program, degree-seeking students in the arts may concentrate in Dance, Music, Theatre and Visual Arts. In addition, Broward College's VPA offers an Associate in Science (AS) degree in Music Production Technology and courses in Film Production and Television Production.

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English Language Program is ideal for anyone seeking to improve their language skills for personal and/or professional reasons. Our courses include Beginning English, Intermediate English, Advanced English (check schedule for available times). Before enrolling, we suggest that you take the language self-assessment to help determine your level.

Classes are completed within one term and are conveniently located. In this program you will:

learn basic to advanced level grammar structures

learn beginning to advanced vocabulary

refine and improve your pronunciation

practice and improve your conversation skills

learn pronunciation techniques

learn to communicate more professionally

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English Language Program is ideal for anyone seeking to improve their language skills for personal and/or professional reasons. Our courses include Beginning English, Intermediate English, Advanced English (check schedule for available times). Before enrolling, we suggest that you take the language self-assessment to help determine your level.

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Students who attended a university outside the United States and want consideration of prior course work for credit and course equivalency must submit their foreign academic transcripts and the accompanying commercial evaluation. Transcripts in languages other than English must be translated by a certified English translator.

Foreign academic transcripts must be commercially evaluated by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES): www.naces.org/members.

The evaluation must include the following:

(a) course-by-course
(b) upper level courses identified, and
(c) credits/hours of instruction
(d) If the student wishes to pursue a bachelors degree, the GPA will be needed for program admission with upper and lower level course identification and translation to English.

The student is responsible for evaluation fees and there is no guarantee that coursework will transfer.

PLEASE NOTE: International students who choose to opt out the commercial evaluation will not be reimbursed for any courses taken at Broward College that are equivalent to courses taken at a previous university. The foreign academic transcripts and the English translation from a certified English translator, if applicable, are still required during the application process. Even if the student chooses to opt out the commercial evaluation.

The commercial evaluation is not optional for students seeking a bachelor's degree.

Students who have completed Advanced Level (A-Level) or Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS Level) from the British system (General Certificate of Education - GCE) are not required to provide a commercial evaluation. The evaluation will be completed by the College's Evaluations Department.

Students who have completed the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) who want consideration of prior course work for credit and course equivalency are required to provide a commercial evaluation.

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Students who attended a university outside the United States and want consideration of prior course work for credit and course equivalency must submit their foreign academic transcripts and the accompanying commercial evaluation. Transcripts in languages other than English must be translated by a certified English translator.

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The transition to remote learning is a new experience for many students, especially adjusting to learning and interacting outside of a classroom setting. Planning for this change will help you be successful in navigating this shift in your academic career. We put together a few tips to help get you started.

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Online Expert Offers Insight Into Remote Learning

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Online Expert Offers Insight Into Remote Learning

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A new podcast created by Martha Villegas Miranda to inform and inspire 1st generation students and their families. Listen, share and subscribe to learn more!

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Empowering students on their educational journey! Apoyando estudiantes en su camino educativo! #MarthaEmpowers

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Episode #5: Fierce, First-Gen and On Fire with Marisel Herrera, M.Ed.

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Episode #5: Fierce, First-Gen and On Fire with Marisel Herrera, M.Ed.

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It is my honor to share with you this beautiful conversation with my friend Marisel on what it means to be a 1st generation student, learn ways to overcome imposter syndrome, and how to embrace our 1st generation, luchadora and resilient identity.

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Fierce, First-Gen and On Fire with Marisel Herrera, M.Ed.

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Episode #4: Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch "Educación, Community & Leadership"

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Episode #4: Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch "Educación, Community & Leadership"

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Martha interviews the 1st person who inspired and mentored Martha to achieve her educational dreams!

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Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch "Educación, Community & Leadership"

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How to Apply for Scholarships - Spanish version. English version will be released in May, 2021.

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Episode #2: My Undocumented College Journey - Dream U.S. Scholar

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Episode #2: My Undocumented College Journey - Dream U.S. Scholar

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My Undocumented College Journey - Dream U.S. Scholar

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My Undocumented College Journey - Dream U.S. Scholar

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My Undocumented College Journey - Dream U.S. Scholar

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Martha Empowers Podcast Episode #2 with DACA student Ana Campa, one of Martha's former students who received a $31,000 scholarship to complete her bachelor's degree.

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My Undocumented College Journey - Dream U.S. Scholar

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Spanish version- how to apply for scholarships from an undocumented student perspective. Tips may fit all students regardless of immigration status.

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Episode #1: From the Barrio to Global Leader - Dr. Alfonso Montero

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Episode #1: From the Barrio to Global Leader - Dr. Alfonso Montero

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Interview with the 1st student Martha mentored in higher education from a bachelor's degree to a doctorate in education over 20 years ago.

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From the Barrio to Global Leader - Dr. Alfonso Montero

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Top 10 Ways to Support Undocumented Students

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I know it has not been easy to stay in college during the pandemic. You are resilient and strong, I  SEE you, I HEAR you. Reach out to me if you need to talk about school or life. :)

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The Veteran Services Department provides a VA Award for coverage once the VA benefit type is identified. Those eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill ® (Chapter 33) will see an award in MyBC based on your percentage of eligibility. All other VA benefit chapters, such as Chapter 30, Chapter 35, and Chapter 1606 are eligible to extend their tuition due date on a case-by-case basis. If you need a tuition deferment, please e-mail Veteran Service at veterans@broward.edu.

All tuition and fees are reported to the VA using a web-based system. This is processed after the add and drop period of the term and/or sessions within the term you are registered for.

For Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) students and VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31) students, our tuition policy complies with 38 USC 3679(e), which means Post 9/11 and Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment students will not be charged or otherwise penalized due to a delay in VA tuition and fee payments. For eligibility consideration, a Post 9/11 GI Bill® student must submit a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and a Vocational Rehabilitation Student must provide a VAF 28-1905 form.

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To celebrate our Fall 2020 graduates while adhering to mass events guidelines from the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Broward College will be hosting a virtual commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. via live stream.

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Registration Dates - 2021-2022

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Central Campus

Building 4, 2nd Floor Restrooms (Rooms 212 and 217)

Building 8, 1st Floor Restrooms (Rooms 174 and 175)

Building 10, 2nd Floor Restroom (Room 218)

South Campus

Building 68, 2nd Floor Restrooms (Rooms 271 and 272)

Library Building 81, 1st Floor Restrooms (Room 112)

North Campus
Building 46, 2nd Floor Restrooms (Rooms 265 and 267)

Note: Gender neutral restrooms may have signage reading "Family Restroom" or "Unisex Restroom."

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BC Pride provides support to the college's LGBTQIA community through education and fostering a culture of inclusion. BC Pride is the premier resource for the LGBTQIA community at Broward College. We work towards educating and supporting Broward College Faculty, Staff, Administrators and Students.

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Ways to Respectfully Be a Better LGBTQ Ally

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Ways to Respectfully Be a Better LGBTQ Ally

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Marginalized communities in the U.S. are going through a tough time-to say the least.

In the last few years we've seen families being torn apart over immigration, rising threats to women's reproductive rights, bans that prevent the trans community from working, and an overall increase in reported hate crimes based on race, sexual orientation, gender, and religion.

Echoing Oprah's keynote speech at the opening of the Statue of Liberty Museum in New York last year, "We live in divisive times, but I think it's only fitting that at this critical moment, we remember that the one idea that sustains the soul of America above all others is freedom." For that reason, we must put our differences aside, advocate for each other's basic human rights, and become better allies.

But what is allyship to begin with? Merriam-Webster defines the word ally as "a sovereign or state associated with another by treaty or league." That is true, however, there's one definition that accurately fits what we're discussing: "One that is associated with another as a helper: a person or group that provides assistance and support in an ongoing effort, activity, or struggle."

For the LGBTQ community, an ally is a straight and/or cisgender person who supports and advocates for LGBTQ people. Often, allies come together at Pride events, for instance, to uplift and strengthen the community- particularly Black and brown LGBTQ people who face greater threats of violence.

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And while there is no cookie-cutter way of being an ally, doing so requires education, advocacy, action, and a desire to learn from your mistakes. We sat down with a few experts to outline how to be an LGBTQ ally.

Recognize your privilege and use it for good.

It's difficult to understand the realities of discrimination without experiencing them first-hand. And for many, acknowledging our societal advantages ( privilege) can be a challenge that often leads to what Oprah describes as an aha moment.

An example of privilege? Simply existing as a cisgender person-and not facing discrimination for your gender at work. One in four transgender people have lost a job due to bias, according to the National Center for Transgender Equality, and more than three-fourths have experienced some form of workplace discrimination.

That said, recognizing your advantages can lead to feelings of discomfort, anger, shame, or guilt. Try not to dwell on those feelings and instead channel that energy in a positive way. "Recognize that you're not responsible for building the system. But you are responsible for what you do with that knowledge, how you move on from there, and what you do with your privilege," says Brooklyn-based licensed therapist Amelia Yankey, LCSW, who works with members of the LGBTQ community suffering from trauma.

She adds, "I think of allyship as acknowledging unjust privilege that you have and working to end the structures that give you that privilege."

Ask educated questions-and do your own research.

It's wise to brush up on the issues that currently affect various members of the LGBTQ community. But remember, it's unfair to expect LGBTQ people to relive their trauma (a.k.a. someone's coming out experience) or validate their existence for your own understanding. Yankey's suggestion? "Do some research online and shift some of the emotional burden off of the people in your life who have another identity that you're privileged in relation to."

It's okay to ask questions, but gut-check yourself to ensure they're not offensive or cumbersome. If you're having trouble understanding certain topics, like the importance of using gender pronouns, find resources that will help you navigate those concepts.

Get comfortable with being uncomfortable.

It's possible that you'll make mistakes while getting better acquainted with the LGBTQ community-and that's okay. "Allyship is actually more about the mistakes than the things that you do right. It's about how you deal with those mistakes and move forward," says human rights advocate Maybe Burke, who provides allyship training on behalf of the Transgender Training Institute. Let people know from the start that you're open to guidance and feedback. The more you open up, the easier it will be to learn and communicate effectively.

If you mess up, try not to indulge in negative feelings. "Making mistakes doesn't make you a terrible person, it just means you've got some learning to do. The point is not to be perfect, the point is for us all to be free," says Yankey.

Avoid making a scene out of apologizing or getting defensive. Yankey adds,"Give yourself a minute and acknowledge the possibility they [marginalized people] might be right, and that they're not trying to attack you or hurt you." Apologize and aim to do better next time.

Take your online activism into real-life scenarios.

Social media is a wonderful tool for building community, educating others, and uniting marginalized groups without support systems. But it also makes it easy for allies to speak on behalf of the LGBTQ community, despite not having the same struggles.

To prevent that from happening, Burke suggests you " de-center yourself from the work. Use your platforms to speak about issues but also amplify the voices of those less heard." Then, be sure to get involved and actively show your support. Find local organizations to volunteer your time with and donate to.
6 LGBTQ non-profits you can work with today:

GLSEN
Mission: Create safe and affirming schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

The Ali Forney Center
Mission: Protect LGBTQ youths from the harms of homelessness and empower them with the tools needed to live independently.

The Trevor Project
Mission: Provide crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.

Immigration Equality
Mission: Advocate for and represent lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ), and HIV-positive immigrants seeking safety, fair treatment, and freedom.

Sylvia Rivera Law Project
Mission: Work to guarantee that all people are free to self-determine their gender identity and expression, regardless of income or race, and without facing harassment, discrimination, or violence.

Mission: SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBT older people and their caregivers.

Speak up for the underrepresented.

The best way to encourage allyship is to simply start a conversation. If you hear or see something that's damaging towards the LGBTQ community, gently point out the problem and use it as a teachable moment. "There is a point in advocacy where you need the people who hold the privilege to start the conversation, because otherwise they [marginalized communities] don't get heard," Burke says. As people who hold positions of privilege, it's up to us to advocate for those whose voices are shut down.

Yankey adds, "Let them [loved ones] know how their behavior affects you and how it affects them. Doing that as someone with privilege instead of forcing the folks without privilege to do so can be an important act of allyship."

Four ways to advocate for the LGBTQ community:

Correct people if they misgender someone, even if that someone isn't in the room.

Speak up when a person uses slurs or insensitive and racially-charged language.

Promote diversity in the workplace. Update your email signature to include pronouns.

Show your support by wearing a Pride pin or posting a flag.

Follow the lead of your LGBTQ peers.

While you may want to immediately defend your LGBTQ peers if they're being attacked, make sure you do not overshadow or occupy a queer person's right to speak up for themselves-a phenomenon known as performative allyship. As Burke points out, it's not okay to consistently prove you are an ally as a way of feeling accepted by the LGBTQ community. Remember to use your privilege to benefit the community-not your ego.

"People should have influence over decisions proportionate to how they're affected by them," Yankye says. She suggests you ask LGBTQ leaders how they can be supported, rather than assuming a role.

Ask the community leaders how you can get involved instead of assuming a role they may not need you in. "Make sure folks with less privilege have leadership positions and follow their lead," Yankey adds.

Ultimately, it's about taking small steps together towards achieving the greater goal of equality.
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Marginalized communities in the U.S. are going through a tough time-to say the least. In the last few years we've seen families being torn apart over immigration, rising threats to women's reproductive rights, bans that prevent the trans community from working, and an overall increase in reported hate crimes based on race, sexual orientation, gender, and religion.

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As a cisgender person, it costs you nothing
For a cisgender person (a person whose gender is in alignment with the sex they were assigned at birth- more on that another time!) there is little to no risk in sharing your pronouns. When you've never questioned what pronouns people use for you, or even thought about the idea of pronouns after you learned about them in 2nd grade, sharing your pronouns on digital profiles is easy and costs you nothing.

For a person who is transgender or nonbinary, sharing pronouns can be a bit riskier. If someone is transitioning at work and only a few people know about it, sharing pronouns may out them before they're ready. For a nonbinary person, sharing they/them pronouns often only sparks a lengthier conversation (*coughthisarticlecough*) rather than simply inform people.

That's why we ask cisgender people to lead the change by sharing pronouns. It normalizes the process, has little risk, and actually makes for a safer environment for everyone.

Small action, big impact
At Argo Collective, we always have our workshop attendees make a commitment before the close of each session. One of our clients committed to adding his pronouns on his LinkedIn profile. Two days after he added "He/Him" after his last name, a University reached out to him and said they noticed he and some of his colleagues added pronouns on LinkedIn. The University told him they had a transgender student who was looking for an internship placement and this company seemed like a safe environment for the student to begin their career.

That's why pronouns matter. It might be the beginning of a huge career for this student, who might have had trouble to find his first job as a transgender person.

Becoming an LGBTQ ally
Our friend Craig Forman (Sr. People Scientist at Culture Amp) explains what he learned about the value of sharing pronouns as a cisgender person:

How to add your pronouns on Linkedin
It can be tricky to add your pronouns on Linkedin because for now, Linkedin doesn't support a specific field for pronouns. (We know this is a problem, and we talked with LinkedIn to encourage them to add a specific pronoun field.) In the meantime, You can add "They-Them, She-Her, or He-Him (or whatever other pronouns you use!) after your last name.

**Sidenote: when editing your LinkedIn profile on your computer, you can't use the character "/" (annoying, we know). However, you can use "/" when editing your last name on the Linkedin app. Life-hacks for the win! The important thing is showing pronouns however possible.
Be an ally through email, too
Try adding your pronouns to your email signature! It's another easy way to not only inform people you communicate with of your pronouns but normalizes this process for everyone.

Feel free to copy-paste our own signature template and replace the pronouns by yours. At the bottom, we add a link to this page so more people can learn about why pronouns matter and why they should also add theirs:

Max Masure (they/them)
Argo Collective | Co-Founder | COO
Gender Inclusion Strategist
Linkedin | Twitter | argocollective.co | Chat with me!

Why I put my pronouns on my email signature and you should too

Normalizing the usage of pronouns is a concrete, impactful way to show your advocacy for LGBTQIA+ individuals. It takes some practice to transform the unfamiliar into the familiar. At first, it might be awkward to share pronouns when you meet someone, but after a while, you probably won't even hear it.

So, however you identify, be proud of your pronouns and encourage others to as well! It helps more people than you think.

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My name's Arlo, and I'm transgender. That means I don't identify with the gender I was assigned at birth. I'm not a girl, and the thing is, I'm not a boy either. So the word I use to describe my gender is non-binary.

Here are some things you need to know to understand who I am.

What is the gender binary?

The gender binary is the Western concept that there are only two gender options: male or female. The most important thing to know about the gender binary is that it's kind of a load of crap. Gender identity is one's own internal experience and perception of self. And you know what? It's completely separate to one's sex.

What does non-binary mean?

In really simple terms, a non-binary person is someone who does not identify as exclusively a man or a woman. Someone who is non-binary might feel like a mix of genders, or like they have no gender at all.

Personally, I identify outside of the gender binary entirely. I am not a boy or girl at all. Some other non-binary people might identify partially with one or more of the binary genders - for example, a gender-fluid person (someone whose gender changes over time) who identifies as a girl sometimes and genderless other times. There are so many different ways to be non-binary, and we're all still valid and real!

So, how different are you now?

In a lot of ways I'm same person that I've always been. If anything, I'm a more authentic version of myself now that I can be open with people in my life. Like everyone, I'm still figuring out exactly who I am, and as I keep finding what works best for me I'll ask my friends and family to change some things about how they treat me.

Here are some of the changes I have made. These might last for the rest of my life, they might not even last for the rest of the year. The important thing is that this is who I am right now, and although I know that linguistic shifts can take time to get used to, it means the absolute world to me when people strive to consciously change some of these habits to respect my identity.

Pronouns

Pronouns are the words that take place of a person's name. Pronouns don't have a gender, but some people feel more comfortable with certain pronouns than others. I use the pronouns ' they/them' since they're what fit me best. So if someone was talking about me, they'd say, "This is Arlo, they're awesome." or "Oh, Arlo - Yep I've met them before."

They/them? Isn't that plural?

Nope! They/them can refer to a single person as well. You've probably done it before usually when you don't know someone's gender. You might say something like "Is your friend coming to the party? Do I need to know anything about them?" Using they/them to refer to just one person has been around for a long time - even Shakespeare did it.

Gendered language

A lot of our language is gendered. Mother, brother, boyfriend, actress - the list goes on. I'm a lot more comfortable when people use gender-neutral language when referring to me, ie. person, friend, human, kid, adult, champion. I know that these can seem clunky and odd at first, but it makes me feel a lot more comfortable when you use them. Using gender-neutral language means a lot to me (and a lot of other non-binary people!), and using them will start to feel more natural as you get used to them.

Phrases like 'ladies and gentlemen' are also gendered, and when we use them we exclude people who aren't ladies and who aren't gentlemen. Instead, try phrases like 'hey everyone', 'hey pals!' or 'distinguished guests'.

My name

Part of coming out as trans or non-binary for many people is choosing a new name (especially when an old name is a traditionally really gendered one). A lot of people know me by the name my parents called me when I was born, so it's been a process for me to let them know about my new name: Arlo.

But there's the thing - it's worth the effort. Arlo is my name, and it's important to me that I have a name that reflects who I am. Inviting people to know me as Arlo, to know me for who I really am, is a step I'm so glad I was able to take.

What next?

These are just some of the things that might change when a non-binary person publicly affirms their gender. It can be difficult to work out exactly how you want to express yourself, and it can be difficult to adjust as people you know change. But it can also be a wonderful experience to celebrate your gender, the same way friends and family celebrate their own.

I've been lucky enough to know some phenomenal people who have supported me, and been completely excellent in using my pronouns and name. I couldn't have got this far without them. And that's what it really comes down to. It means the world to non-binary people when they are supported - it did for me!

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